Bud Abbott and Lou Costello formed their famous comedy duo, which later starred in various films including 'Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy'.
The comedy horror film 'Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy' was released, featuring the iconic duo in a humorous encounter with a mummy.
Universal Pictures popularized monster movies, setting the stage for later films like 'Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy' to feature classic horror elements in a comedic context.